The Desert Island Supply Co. is a non-profit organization that sets out to create creative writing programs for students in Birmingham, AL. They offer free workshops for kids after school, and in-school programs in area schools. They even have a space in Woodlawn that is their hub for creative community projects and events. They allow events to be held in their space that are either free or cost very little to attend. Besides their usual Tuesday and Thursday workshops in December, they are also offering an Event for the Letter Writing Club.
The Letter Writing Club
On Tuesday, December 13, 2016 from 5:30 pm- 7 pm they will hold the Letter Writing Club event at their Woodlawn location. This event is offered every month and is meant to bring back the lost art of letter writing. They will allow each participant to discuss and create their own letters to send to whoever they wish whether it be a loved one, themselves, or a stranger. Enjoy the Desert Island Supply Companies next Letter Writing Club. It will be B.Y.O.S (bring your own stamp)- and beverages
Other Programs Offered Through DISCO
Aside from the Letter Writing Club going on this month there are also a lot of other programs that happen throughout the year to better the community. The Woodlawn Writers Corps is a collection of 2nd, 6th, 7th, and 8th graders from Oliver Elementary and Putnam Middle School. The students in the corps meet to work on their poetry and develop their writing skills. The Woodlawn StoryLab is a weekly workshop geared towards working with audio storytelling. The Woodlawn Journalism Club is a student-run school newspaper at Woodlawn High School that is put on by DISCO.
Get Involved With the Desert Island Supply Co.
Learn more or get involved by visiting their website and learning about all the opportunities they offer. Whether you want your kid to be a part of it, or you want to volunteer there are opportunities for you at DISCO. Be sure to stop by Brannon Honda on your way there for all of your vehicle needs.
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